Sooraj Ghazal by Javed Akhtar and Sanjeevani Bhelande
Discover Sooraj, a contemporary Hindi ghazal written by Javed Akhtar, composed and sung by Sanjeevani Bhelande, with music produced by Kallol Ghosh.
Sooraj: A Contemporary Ghazal Where Poetry Becomes Personal
“Mere dil mein utar gaya sooraj…”
You hear the line once, and it stays.
Sooraj is a contemporary Hindi ghazal written by Javed Akhtar, composed and sung by Sanjeevani Bhelande, with music produced by Kallol Ghosh. Available on the Goongoonalo app, it brings poetry, melody and voice together in a form that invites the listener to slow down and pay attention to every word.
Javed Akhtar’s Poetry at the Heart of Sooraj
The image of the sun usually suggests light, distance or a new beginning. In Sooraj, it becomes something intimate—an emotion that enters the heart.
This transformation of a familiar image into a personal experience reflects the strength of Javed Akhtar’s writing. His language remains accessible, but the meaning continues to unfold after the line has ended.
The ghazal does not explain every emotion. It gives the listener room to bring their own memories and interpretations to the words. That is what makes Sooraj feel personal without becoming predictable.
Sanjeevani Bhelande as Singer and Composer
Sanjeevani Bhelande is widely recognised for her work across Hindi, Marathi and regional music. Listeners may remember her from songs such as “Chori Chori Jab Nazrein Mili” and “Chura Lo Na Dil Mera” from Kareeb, alongside her extensive independent, devotional and classical-influenced work.
In Sooraj, she appears in the dual role of singer and composer.
Her composition follows the natural rhythm of Javed Akhtar’s poetry. The melody does not compete with the words; it allows them to breathe. As a singer, Sanjeevani brings clarity and restraint to every phrase, giving the listener time to absorb both its sound and meaning.
Kallol Ghosh’s Music Production
A ghazal needs production that understands the importance of space.
Kallol Ghosh builds the musical environment around the voice and poetry without overwhelming either. The production gives Sooraj a contemporary sound while preserving the intimacy traditionally associated with the ghazal form.
Together, the writing, composition, voice and production create a listening experience shaped by balance rather than excess.
Experiencing Sooraj With Lyrics on Goongoonalo
Lyrics are central to the way a ghazal is understood. On Goongoonalo, listeners can hear Sooraj while following its words, making it possible to notice the imagery, phrasing and pauses more closely.
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Sooraj reflects this approach by connecting the complete work with the identities of its poet, composer, singer and music producer.
Listen to Sooraj
Sooraj is a contemporary Hindi ghazal written by Javed Akhtar, composed and sung by Sanjeevani Bhelande, and produced by Kallol Ghosh.
Listen once for the melody. Then listen again for the words.
